The UAE accounted for 2.4 million of the 1.7 billion ransomware attacks detected globally in Q1 of 2018, according to a recent report by cybersecurity solutions firm Trend Micro.
UAE National Archives updates smart platform
The UAE National Archives has launched three new publications that are available on its smart platform, WAM reported.
UAE advances space exploration vision with new deal
The UAE Space Agency and the South African National Space Agency, SANSA, signed MoU for cooperation between them in the areas of peaceful exploration of the outer space.
Top eight things Dubai parents can do to keep children safe online
Norton shares eight easy steps parents can consider to protect their children and find the right approach for their family.
UAE parents “concerned” but “don’t take action” in protecting kids online
A majority of UAE parents (96 percent) worry about their children’s online safety but many may not know how to protect them, according to a recent study by Norton.
Over 60% of UAE consumers use unsecured WiFi when shopping online
The Department of Economic Development (DED) in Dubai and Visa have launched a consumer education campaign that aims to promote safe card usage and provide consumers with tips and advice to protect themselves against payment-related fraud.
First look at the future of travel: Dubai to Abu Dhabi via hyperloop
A look at the first pod prototype for Dubai’s proposed 700mph Hyperloop was unveiled on Saturday.
Microsoft and UAE’s DEWA discuss collaboration
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority’s (DEWA) MD and CEO Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer has met with Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella, …
Area 2071 teams ups with global tech firm to fuel digitisation in UAE
Area 2071, the physical embodiment of the UAE Centennial 2071 Plan, has announced that it will be collaborating with global technology company SAP on innovations to help inspire creative minds and fuel digital government.
Dubai Area 2071 to host EY’s innovation centre
Dubai Future Foundation has announced that it will be hosting the EY wavespace centre within Area 2071 in Dubai.
UAE gears up to send first Emirati astronaut to space
The Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC), and The Russian Federal Space Agency, Roscosmos, signed a cooperation agreement to send the first Emirati astronaut to space to participate in scientific research as part of the Russian space mission.
Dubai to take Smart City expertise to Shanghai
The Smart Dubai Office (SDO) will highlight the latest developments in urban technology at the Dubai Smart City Innovation Conference, which the government firm will be hosting in Shanghai, China, on 24th to 27th June 2018.
Dubai Health Authority to support Emirati students to study science
DHA has announced a new initiative that will grant Emirati high school graduates with scholarships to study science, medicine and other healthcare fields.
Abu Dhabi to roll out AI-based education system
The Ministry of Education, MoE, and Alef Education have signed an agreement to apply the Alef Education Systems in ten Abu Dhabi-based public schools as of 1st September, 2018.